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He Collected Almost 100 Football Sets in 60 Years—Here's What He Learned

We're diving into the world of Football Card collecting with Bob Swick from Gridiron and Greats Magazine! 🏈 Bob shares essential advice for new collectors, emphasizing the joy of collecting what you like, whether it's specific "sports cards" or a favorite team. This insightful discussion also touches on the fulfillment found in completing sets and the broader hobby of "football cards". We are on a mission to help people enjoy and preserve football history. To help get your collection and enjoyment of the hobby off the ground, we are speaking with an experienced collector who knows his way around a hobby shop and a card convention and offers valuable tips for both beginner and veteran collectors. The Joy of Football Card Collecting with Bob Swick Whether you are a seasoned collector or just looking for a "way in" to the hobby, this episode of the Pig Pen is for you! Join Darin Hayes and legendary collector Bob Swick (Editor of Gridiron Greats magazine) as they dive into the nostalgia, history, and strategy of football card collecting. Bob shares his incredible journey from buying 5-cent packs in 1965 to completing a massive 92-set run spanning from 1948 to 2015. We discuss why cards are more than just cardboard—they are "little monuments" to the players and the game we love. You can find more of Bob's work on the hobby and preservation of football history at https://gridirongreatsmagazine.com/ or look for the Gridiron Greats Magazine podcast on https://SportsHistoryNetwork.com or your favorite podcast provider. Wanna take a look at new items like Leaf Blaster Boxes, use our Amazon affiliate that follows, which provides some funding to keep our videos and website top notch to provide you with Football history: https://amzn.to/4tscnqs In This Episode, You’ll Learn: The "Christmas Morning" Feeling: Why the mystery of the wax pack remains the ultimate thrill. Building Your Run: How Bob completed every major set from 1948 to the modern era. Expert Scouting Tips: How to build relationships with local card dealers and navigate local shows. The "Cheese Box" Strategy: Why searching through 5,000-count common boxes can lead to hidden gems. Preservation 101: Why you should ditch the rubber bands and move to nine-pocket sheets and binders. The Honor of the Autograph: Why former players love seeing their own cards and how to get them signed respectfully. ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 00:00 Introduction 01:40 – Intro: The Joy of Collecting in 2026 03:01 – Bob Swick’s First Pack: 1965 Topps & Philadelphia 03:50 – The 92-Set Run: From 1948 Leaf to 2015 Topps 05:33 – Why we collect: Color, Stats, and Nostalgia 13:07 – Tips for building relationships with Local Card Shops (LCS) 15:40 – Using cards to connect with former NFL players 21:54 – Navigating Card Shows: Go with a Plan! 29:02 – Finding gems at consignment shops and rummage sales 32:49 – Proper storage and display for your collection 38:00 – Passing tips for new collectors Do you want more football history? Grab a copy of our latest book, "Marooned" on the 1925 Pottsville Maroons NFL franchise saga https://amzn.to/4otmwjH